Heidelberg High School - Yearbook (Heidelberg, Germany)

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gag; J ulius Tsai Senior Julius Tsai can view his high school career as one fulfilled with the satisfaction that accom- panies success and accomplish- ment. As we go to press we have learned that Julius has won the National First Amendment Essay contest sponsored by the Society of Professional Journalists. The subject of the essay was itWhat the Free Press Means to Amer- icafi This contest was open to all Juniors and Seniors in both pub- lic and private schools in the United States. Julius, along with his sponsor- ing teacher, Ms. Pam Barney, re- ceived an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington DC. to be recog- Creative Connections, a Visual and Performing Arts workshop, Took place at the Jugendhaus at Oberwesel, February 23-27, 1987. This activity offered a series of in- terdisciplinary workshops de- signed to provide experiences in various forms of the arts. The in- nized for their efforts on March 16, 1987. Julius essay was pub- lished in The Quill, the Journal for the Society for Professional Journalists. An enlarged copy of the essay was also exhibited at the American Heritage Volksfest at Patrick Henry Village. Creative Connections structors were professional artists and teachers. Students got special instruction in art, creative writ- ing, music, drama, literature, and physical education. Among the students who went were Christy Waller, John Hogan, and Shirsten Bakke. The Fine Arts program, under the sponsorship of Ms. Jenny Meyers, reached heights of excelerence un- precedented in H.H.S. history in 1986-87. The highlights included the Drama Fest in Wurzberg and a very successful three-day produce tion of the 5075 musical, threaseW which was held in the spring. The Drama Fest saw H.H.S.is thes- pians bring numerous awards to the school. Among them were five supe- rior awards in acting. Either a Blue Ribbon or Gold Medal is given for this honor. Jeff Wilkerson won a For Michelle Johnson, the 1986- 87 school year was marked by out- standing accomplishment. Not only did she maintain an llAiy average, but she was also a superi- or athlete. She was on the Wom- enis Varsity Basketball team for the 4th year in a row, and she averaged 2 points a game. She was named MVP for her team, all- Conference, all Tournament, and all-Europe. Michelle also had the honor of being selected as the Stars and Stripes female Athlete of the Year. Judging from what Michelle has done in high school, we know she will achieve all her future goals. Dramafest Superior for his work in pantomime and Tina Wilson and Alyce Dawson won a Superior for their actingin a duet. Tina Wilson was also honored as the Best Actress in a one-act. Awards for Excellent tRed Ribbont Silver Medall were given to Allison Flammond for her work as a solo performer. The staff congratulates all those who participated in the Drama Fest; Joe Myers, Judy Gouge, Michelle Shaffer, Donna Byrd, Pat Huckaby, and Mark Can- trele. Michelle Johnson 29

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Celena Slade For sophomore Celena Slade, 1986-87 was an excellent year in Basketball. Not only was she a member of a championship varsi- ty team, for 2 years in a row, she was also selected for the All-Con- ference, all-Tournament, and all Europe teaml Celena had an awe- some year with an average of a 8 points and 10 rebounds per game. Celena could not be considered only a ltjock . Throughout bas- ketball season she was able to maintain her 3.2 GPA. J ohn Hogan 28 Leaders LEADERS Approximately 160 students from selected Ger- man, French, Canadian, and all DoDDS Ger- many High Schools were invited to attend the sixth International Student Leadership Con- ference held in OberweseURhein on March 8- 13, 1987i Even though each member had a dif- ferent background and was uniquely hislher own individual, the fact that they were all striv- ing for a common goal; to become better leaders and make new friends, bound them strongly together, During the six days, the participants learned better ways to run meetings, communi- cate, solve problems, and effective leadership qualities This was done through various group lectures, and projects. When not in a meeting or lecture the participants could Visit the local Leadership Conference John Hogan is one of those rare stu- dents who has maximized every op- portunity presented him in high school. His list of accomplishments is long and impressive. As the Ho- heit goes to press, John is in the states pursuing yet another goal. John is a participant in the Nation- al Oratorical Competition. Johnis speech concerned the 24th Amende ment. As we went to press, it wasnt town and castle ruins next to the hostel, relax in the game room, compare ways with students from other schools or study On the last night, selections for the 87-88 Board of Regents were held. Junior Donna Byrd represented Heidel- berg and was elected to sit on the board. Follow- ing the elections the Regents and other leaders of the institute began to relax and each group displayed their version of the past week. After- wards a dance got underway and the partici- pants rocked the night away. For the seven leaders from Heidelberg: Clint Kirk, Chris Robe bins, Mike Jacobs, Maria Guttierez, Tom Nel- son, Chris Sullivan, and Donna Byrd; the week ended much too soon and hopes for a reunion with their many new friends are high known how the competition ended, but one thing is certain: whether it is working for the school in the Stu- dent Council, or representing Hei- delberg High School in the States, John Hogan gave every endeavor he participated in, everything he had. The staff of Hoheitjoins the faculty and his fellow students in saying: HWell done, John. Tracy Brown Tracy Brownis sophomore year will stand out in her memory. She had an excellent season in Varsity Basketball, averaging 2 points, 5 steals, and 3 assists per game. She not only made AAA all-conference and ael-Tournament but she was also selected as an all-Eu- rope guard. uTracy is one of the finest all-around skilled players in Germany,H Mr. Bennett enthused.

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